The Atomic Bomb Ends the War
Grade 5•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can explain how the use of the atomic bomb helped end World War II.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What were the names of the two cities that the United States dropped atomic bombs on during World War II?
2. Describe the immediate effects of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, as explained in the video.
3. What was "Operation Downfall," and why did the United States consider using the atomic bomb instead?
...and 4 more questions
Educational Video
Hiroshima and Nagasaki Bombings: Were Nuclear Weapons Required to End the War?
Imperial War Museums